Housekeeping Aid Supervisor
What you'd do
This position is located within Environmental Management Services (EMS) of Lebanon Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center, under the direct supervision of the Assistant Chief. This position will exercise technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers in supporting and performing task (e.g., environment of care, textile distribution and training) associated with the EMS goals and objectives.
Major duties
The position provides technical and supervisory authority over multiple employees to include a combination of WG-1 and WG-2 Housekeeping Aids, WL-2 Work Leaders, WL-5 Laundry Work Leader, WG-5 Laundry Motor Vehicle, 2 WG-2 Laundry Workers, and others as assigned.The position plans the use of subordinate workers, equipment, facilities, and materials, on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis; establishes and ensures adherence to work priorities, project schedules, resources, and detailed work plans established by higher level supervisors; follows customary work cycles and sequences in planning work assignments; coordinates work through subordinates in accordance with priority; determines methods and resources necessary to accomplish the assigned tasks. Responsible for the maintenance, storage and safeguard of housekeeping tools, equipment, materials, and supplies for his/her area of assignment The working Supervisor is responsible for the cleaning in patient areas and corridor spaces throughout Medical Center, Operating Rooms, and all other areas as assigned. In addition, the position ensures the cleaning of interior surfaces, general sanitation, cleanliness and associated housekeeping responsibilities located within assigned area. The position coordinates workload requirements and adjusts resources within assigned areas as necessary to accomplish both routine and non-routine cleaning tasks. Makes scheduled and non-scheduled inspections throughout assigned areas to assure that employees are productively occupied, that work is being accomplished in a timely manner, and that rules and regulations are being observed by service personnel. The position instructs and supervises employees in work operations, conducts inspections of work in progress and completed to ensure cleaning and sanitation objectives and standards have been met; redirects resources to accomplish unanticipated tasks and assignments for emergencies, inspections findings, and work requests; tracks and reports progress on work assignments and requests authority to adjust worker assignments and to use overtime, equipment, and materials to meet schedules; and recommends changes to schedules, priorities, and work sequences as necessary and makes minor deviations in procedures or redirects resources under the position's control to overcome problems such as equipment failure, material delays, or unplanned staff shortages. Investigates grievances and complaints, resolves them informally, and notifies supervisor(s) of sufficient importance or seriousness. Assures subordinates are following safety and approved technical procedures in accordance with department procedures guides. Maintains work reports and records and assists supervisor(s) in planning overall leave schedules. Recommends promotion or reassignment, performance ratings, training, disciplinary actions, changes in performance standards, and the suitable applicants for vacancies. Other duties as assigned and as needed. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00 pm to 5:30am Weekends and Holidays as needed. Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not available Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid Supervisor/PD99912S
What you need to qualify
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and Safety Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise Special Aptitude - Housekeeping Work Work Practices Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
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